Airport Comparison
| GIG | KIT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Kithira Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | KIT |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | LGKC |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Kithira Island |
| Country | Brazil | Greece |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Europe/Athens |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,045 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 36.270000, 23.020000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Kithira Island (KIT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Kithira Airport (KIT) in Kithira Island, Greece is 9,563 kilometers (5,942 miles / 5,164 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:30 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 12:30 in Kithira Island. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,017 feet between the two airports. Kithira Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Kithira Island (KIT) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 238° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Kithira Airport (KIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.